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The Avant-Guards, Vol. 2

The Avant-Guards have been on a roll, but when they hit the end of their winning-streak, will these new friendships survive? As The Avant-Guards struggle to move forward, they’ll soon learn just what it means to truly be a team - on the court and, most importantly, off the court. The critically-acclaimed team of writer Carly Usdin (Heavy Vinyl) and artist Noah Hayes (Wet H The Avant-Guards have been on a roll, but when they hit the end of their winning-streak, will these new friendships survive? As The Avant-Guards struggle to move forward, they’ll soon learn just what it means to truly be a team - on the court and, most importantly, off the court. The critically-acclaimed team of writer Carly Usdin (Heavy Vinyl) and artist Noah Hayes (Wet Hot American Summer) deliver the next chapter of the series where every shot counts when you take them with your friends. Collects issues #5-8.

The Avant-Guards have been on a roll, but when they hit the end of their winning-streak, will these new friendships survive? As The Avant-Guards struggle to move forward, they’ll soon learn just what it means to truly be a team - on the court and, most importantly, off the court. The critically-acclaimed team of writer Carly Usdin (Heavy Vinyl) and artist Noah Hayes (Wet H The Avant-Guards have been on a roll, but when they hit the end of their winning-streak, will these new friendships survive? As The Avant-Guards struggle to move forward, they’ll soon learn just what it means to truly be a team - on the court and, most importantly, off the court. The critically-acclaimed team of writer Carly Usdin (Heavy Vinyl) and artist Noah Hayes (Wet Hot American Summer) deliver the next chapter of the series where every shot counts when you take them with your friends. Collects issues #5-8.

30 review for
The Avant-Guards, Vol. 2

4 out of 5

zaira–Feb 24, 2020

Loved it as usual!! The art is gorgeous and the characters are amazing (Liv and Tiffany are my favorites so far!). I loved that it shows POVs of different characters so we really get to know each of them more. So far Nicole’s POV still hasn’t been featured but I feel like it’s coming soon after what Tiffany discovered about her!
The plot isn’t too spectacular but I love the characters and getting to know them individually so I still think it’s worth reading. The friendship between the MCs is als Loved it as usual!! The art is gorgeous and the characters are amazing (Liv and Tiffany are my favorites so far!). I loved that it shows POVs of different characters so we really get to know each of them more. So far Nicole’s POV still hasn’t been featured but I feel like it’s coming soon after what Tiffany discovered about her!
The plot isn’t too spectacular but I love the characters and getting to know them individually so I still think it’s worth reading. The friendship between the MCs is also really great, I love how supportive they are of each ther. And there’s so much representation here - the characters (both main characters and love interests) are mostly queer people of color!!

4 out of 5

Kat–Mar 15, 2020

so wholesome, so great. love the diversity and subtle non-binary representation!!

5 out of 5

Nadja–Jan 05, 2020

I love the different character perspectives and found especially Jay and Tiffany's issues very interesting. I'm not that into the love story of the main couple (to insta-lovey for my taste) but it's refreshingly not the main focus.

5 out of 5

Becky–Apr 12, 2020

This series has my heart. If I was in any way sports inclined I'd be looking to sign up for a team immediately because the feels in this one were intense. I loved the mini movie marathon of sports movies with strong female bonds - all amazing movies and now my plan for the rest of the day is to go watch them all to try and replicate the emotions this gave me. Easily an all time favourite graphic novel series!

5 out of 5

Megan–May 12, 2020

Artwork is as perfect as expected. It doesn't really have much of a plot but it makes up for it with funny, heartwarming and sweet friendships. I loved getting to learn more about each of the characters' backgrounds with more POVs than we got in volume 1. Full of POC and LGBT characters, it's just really wholesome, diverse and cosy.

5 out of 5

Ericka–Apr 19, 2020

This is the perfect slice of life series and the characters just warm my heart so much. I enjoyed the first volume a little more, but I still adore this series with my whole heart. Definitely looking forward to the next volume!

5 out of 5

Sarah–Mar 05, 2020

This continues to be a gay delight

4 out of 5

Cande–Aug 31, 2019

although i think plotwise, i'm a little bit disappointed. i love these characters so much and the art is so gorgeous, so i need more asap!

5 out of 5

Macklin R–May 20, 2020

Sports comics aren't my usual genre, but they would be if they were all so diverse and queer! The writing in this is fantastic, and the pacing throughout this volume is really nice. Usdin does a great job of balancing the larger conflicts of the series with the smaller conflicts of the characters' day to day lives.

4 out of 5

Aileen–Mar 07, 2020

Loved this one even more!

5 out of 5

Kathy–Mar 18, 2020

I love the team members, and loved the references to sports movies.

4 out of 5

Adriana Martinez Figueroa–Apr 09, 2020

I’m reviewing the volumes instead of the individual issues because it’s annoying to log all 8 individual issues i read in one sitting.

4 out of 5

Rod Brown–Jun 02, 2020

While there is a little less snap than in the first volume, this title remains a pleasant read with its diverse cast, LGBTQ storylines, attractive art, and unique women's college basketball setting.

5 out of 5

bookaholic_kim–Feb 18, 2020

In this volume, we get to know more the characters not only in court but their personal life as well.

4 out of 5

Sionna–Mar 20, 2020

I love the friendships within the team and how supportive they are of each other. Supportive, thoughtful, and so caring. I love these characters so, so much.

5 out of 5

Alex (HEABookNerd)–Mar 25, 2020

Series: Avant-Guards #2
Rating: 4 stars - really enjoyable
I really enjoyed the issues included The Avant-Guards, Vol 2 because we got to see a lot more of the other players and their personal lives. Each one is very unique and I especially liked seeing Jay and their partner; they were both really sweet. I've only recently started reading graphic novels but I really like the art style of this one and how colorful and vivid the images are. Looking forward to more!

5 out of 5

Ziva (books & daydreams)–Sep 23, 2019

Yep, still cute :D

5 out of 5

Paula Valenca–Feb 16, 2020

Still so much fun! It’s a book about a women basketball team in a college minor league but what’s particularly special is the care that is taken with representation - every *single* character, every detail - and yet the focus of the story is never on that - on Vol 1 we learn a character is trans because she uses the trans flag as a curtain but it’s never explicitly said and being trans in a women’s league is never an issue.
Books that focus on challenges and experiences around race, sexuality, ge Still so much fun! It’s a book about a women basketball team in a college minor league but what’s particularly special is the care that is taken with representation - every *single* character, every detail - and yet the focus of the story is never on that - on Vol 1 we learn a character is trans because she uses the trans flag as a curtain but it’s never explicitly said and being trans in a women’s league is never an issue.
Books that focus on challenges and experiences around race, sexuality, gender identity and religion are still needed. But it’s 2020 and more and more we are demanding books where the stories revolve around these characters on their own right, and not simply as the token minority of a group or because of it.

4 out of 5

Alicia–Apr 10, 2020

Both fun and funny, it's the second installment of the Avant-Guards, a college friendship group with basketball in common and their artistic lives that connect them-- some of them more romantically than others.
It's enjoyable and moves along well for a series that will for sure continue as the struggle is always where the money will come from to be able to continue to play with other ragtag college basketball intramural groups while also falling in love and being supportive of one another.

5 out of 5

Gabby–May 20, 2020

While I didn't love this volume as much as the first time, it was still a really fun time. I love the amount of diversity in the cast and the representation. In this volume we got to see a wider variety of perspectives from the different characters which was also really enjoyable. Though, as a whole, this volume had less of a cohesive plot but you could see issues were being built for future issues. Really excited to see what happens next!

5 out of 5

Ms. Arca–Jun 03, 2020

One of my favorite crews / friend groups in books period. Crew envy /adoration to the max! Matter of fact kindness, non-binary rep and loveeee POC and just such wholesome good vibes I stinkin’ love this series and cast of characters, it’s my favorite.
Need the next one coming out in October someone pleaaseee send, I love this so much

5 out of 5

Megan Jackson–Mar 13, 2020

This is my new favorite! The art is fantastic, but it's the thoughtful, gracious character development that makes this series truly special. I can't believe how much emotional ground has been covered in only 8 issues. Highly recommend!

4 out of 5

Anna–Feb 23, 2020

So, so cute!

4 out of 5

Lainy122–Feb 29, 2020

Such a great series, brilliant casual diversity. Loved the new POV's, cool developments with the plot and characters. Just a fun, funny and enjoyable serial!

4 out of 5

Mo–Mar 05, 2020

I just...love stories about people of marginalized genders in sport 😭

5 out of 5

Emma–Mar 06, 2020

Loving this incredibly inclusive series.

5 out of 5

Nic–Mar 07, 2020

Very cute! Neat to get some more characters' perspectives. (And I love all the quirky schools and teams they play against!)

4 out of 5

Sesana–Mar 12, 2020

This book is just so wholesome. It makes me very happy to read it.

5 out of 5

MSabatiniReads–Mar 14, 2020

I just love these characters, the illustrations and coloring, and wish each volume came out faster so I could binge them all! ♡

5 out of 5

Erica–Mar 16, 2020

3.5 stars. Still love the characters but story a bit thin.

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